Job Goal: Proctors are responsible for distributing exam materials, following exam instructions, closely monitoring exams to ensure all protocol is followed. Proctors should be organized, comfortable speaking in front of students, comfortable with technology, and have strong attention to detail. Training will be required and may occur in person or virtually. Requirements:Must be a high school graduate.May not be employed part or full time at a test preparation company.May not participate in any coaching activity that addresses the content of secure College Board tests. Responsibilities:
- Assist with a variety of standardized tests at Somerville High School, including but not limited to: PSAT, SAT, AP, ACCESS, and MCAS.
- Attend proctor training (time/date of training dependent on exam date, individual trainings can be arranged according to proctors' schedules). Monitor exam security.
- Proctor exams according to the official instructions including: distributing exams, reading instructions, monitoring students, collecting and counting exams, keeping exam materials secure until returning them to the SHS staff person responsible for the exam.
- For digital exams, proctors will need to assist students in logging into the testing platform and monitoring student progress digitally.
- Proctors may also be asked to monitor hallways and provide breaks to room proctors during testing.
- Contact SHS staff coordinating the exam immediately for any concerns during the exam.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the test coordinator.
Terms of Employment:
- Yearly Appointment
- Scheduled School Year
- August 2024 - June 2025
- Once hired into the Standardized Testing Proctor Pool, proctors can expect to hear from SPS staff throughout the year when there is an upcoming standardized test.
- Proctors can then provide their availability and will be scheduled accordingly.
Position Reports to: Principal of Somerville High School or designeeThe Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.